特朗普“自己人”也坐不住了：希望叫停关税战

Core Viewpoint - The tariff war initiated by Trump has become a significant political burden for the Republican Party, with many members secretly opposing the tariffs but hesitant to publicly criticize the president [1][5][10]. Group 1: Republican Concerns - Republican strategists express that many members are reluctant to oppose Trump openly due to the political costs involved, hoping instead for the Supreme Court to intervene and uphold the constitutional authority of Congress over taxation [5][10]. - Polls indicate that the tariff policy is unpopular, and its prolonged existence could jeopardize the re-election prospects of these members [5][10]. - Concerns are widespread among Republican senators about the potential for Trump's tariff policies to become permanent, which could lead to significant political ramifications in the upcoming midterm elections [10][12]. Group 2: Economic Implications - Senator Ron Johnson describes tariffs as a "blunt instrument" that harms both the economy and consumers, questioning the true purpose of the tariff war [7][8]. - The fear of economic recession due to the tariffs is causing anxiety among Republican members regarding their electoral futures, with some drawing parallels to the 1982 midterm elections when the party lost numerous seats due to economic issues [12][10]. Group 3: Legislative Actions - A group of seven Republican senators is advocating for legislation that would require congressional approval for tariff policies, countering Trump's desire for unilateral presidential authority [14][16]. - Prominent Republican figures, including Ted Cruz and Rand Paul, have publicly criticized the tariff policies, emphasizing the need for Congress to reclaim its constitutional power over trade and tariffs [16][12].